Penile Injections Expert | FAQS | How to inject without pain or scarring | Melissa Hadley Barrett

[@ATouchySubject]

👉Check out Melissa's rehab program (includes consultation): bit.ly/PenileRehabProgram

[@MichaelMcMahon-sx5fu]

Great talk again, as always Melissa. Keeping in mind my own situation I would love to hear more on nerve recovery, and the importance of saving the nerves in a prostatectomy.

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi Michael, that's an excellent topic, I'd love to hear any particular questions you have about nerve recovery for the next interview.

[@melissahadleybarrett]

Thanks Michael

[@stevejones8439]

Such a fantastic interview. It really is warming to see you two wonderful humans collaborating. Please “keep it up”. 😊 This video was just so good!! Thanks for the info!

[@ATouchySubject]

Thank you Steve!

[@jonwimmer3220]

Victoria/ Melissa Awesome! Great information for men who have gone through prostrate cancer treatment.

[@ATouchySubject]

Thank you Jon! So pleased you enjoyed the interview

[@dundee1000]

Two Amazing people with so much knowledge and support for 'our' post prostate community. Thank you so very much.

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi Dundee, thank you for your kind feedback we truly appreciate it !!

[@ATouchySubject]

TIMESTAMPS (click to skip ahead): 0:52 - Do penile injections aid recovery of nerves following prostatectomy? 3:06 - Intro to Melissa's online program 4:05 - Does the penis get cold/blue with injections (like it does with a pump)? 5:34 - Why you get a 'hinge effect' with a pump and ring system 5:57 - Is it better to use injections or pump for optimum rehab/blood flow? 6:40 - How often is it safe to use injections? 7:43 - How long should the erection stay up after injecting? 9:24 - What happens in a penile injection consultation 12:20 - Why men often give up on injections 13:14 - Is there a risk of fibrosis, Peyronie's or scar tissue? 15:42 - Can you just buy an auto-injector or do you need a script/consult? 16:44 - What is Peyronie's Disease? 18:06 - Peyronie's Treatment: it doesn't have to be surgery 19:28 - What are the first signs of Peyronie's? 20:38 - Can you take injections on top of daily low-dose viagra/cialis? 23:10 - Can you use a pump with injections? 25:12 - Is there anyone who should not do injections? 26:33 - What if injections don't create erections, why is that happening? 29:08 - How can you involve a partner in injection therapy? 32:52 - Does stress/arousal affect injection therapy? 34:00 - How viagra and cialis are different 35:12 - Advice for men who've tried injections but didn't like them 36:53 - Characteristics of men who have the most success 39:43 - Can injections change penis sensation? 41:22 - How to inject without pain 43:26 - How much does it cost to do penile injections? 45:02 - How Melissa is innovating consultations 48:48 - Having better sex after prostate surgery (rehab mindset)

[@danschardein856]

Thank you both for the passion you put into this important work. It’s so helpful to hear straight out facts! I’m 14 months out from surgery and just started injections with Trimix as Viagra had minimal effectiveness. It’s a trial and error process as you described, but for me the opposite direction as the initial injection amount prescribed was too much lasting 4 hours. Keep this type dialogue going!

[@racem558]

That's interesting what was said regarding slight pain using injections,I thought I wasn't quite in correct spot! Also, regards climax without being erected, I also found that out about a year ago. I'm 82 now. Thanks so much for the information you give which answers many questions!

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi Alistair, thank you for sharing your story! I'm so glad you've found this information helpful

[@racem558]

You girls have explained everything so well, most interesting ❤

[@MrGuitar1458]

Excellent information, thank you! 😊

[@ATouchySubject]

Glad it was helpful! You are welcome!

[@cliffordslapper]

Thank you both very much indeed, this was so useful! Very best wishes to you both. I wish I was based in WA rather than London, England, as things seem to be somewhat less evolved here in this field, to put it mildly! Caverject caused me pain so I'm using Invicorp, which works pretty well but could be better. But I think that the option of adjusting mixes and using a compounding pharmacist does not exist here in London(?) If I were there I would enrol for sure, Melissa, you're doing a great job!

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi Clifford, I'm so glad you found this useful! That's really interesting about the differences in the British system... I'm going to think about who in my network might have some UK specific insight on navigating injection therapy over there. I'll comment here if/when I have anything useful to add.

[@cliffordslapper]

@@ATouchySubject Thanks very much, Victoria, I'll look forward to hearing more from you about any London contacts or colleagues you and/or Melissa feel you can recommend for injection mix adjustment etc etc. Another point which Melissa touched on which was very relevant to my worries was her treatment of Peyronies. I had prostatectomy last October and seemed to get Peyronies soon after, but my local hospital (UCLH) has been quite unhelpful, advising a "wait and see" policy, and saying that once it stabilises in a year or two, surgery will be the only real option. I can't help feeling they have a bias towards surgery as they are urologists and are trained specifically in surgery! But Melissa said (and I've heard elsewhere) that, on the contrary, the sooner the better, for trying early intervention with more conservative treatments. She said those often obviate the need for surgery later altogether. I think in your interview above she mentioned one patient with PD who took 3 herbs (?), rubbed Vit E in to the area, and used a VED pump - and was healed. Is that right? I'd love to know which herbs etc! The only treatment which the hospital has said they might offer me in several months from now, before trying surgery, would be verapamil injections. I'm not sure if that's worth trying? And if it is reducing my chances of success by them constantly wanting to delay even starting? I would consider booking a one-to-one online consultation with Melissa to raise some of these questions, but I think she said there is a 3.5 month wait for that? Maybe if I ask she'll be able to squeeze me in for a 30 minute Zoom sooner than that..? Anyway, thanks again for everything, Victoria, and warmest regards. Clifford.

[@ATouchySubject]

​@@cliffordslapper thank you for the great questions! I recommend checking out Melissa's latest video on the channel about changes to size post surgery, she mentions the herbs there. We will also have a video out soon diving deeper in Peyronies. Watch this space!

[@cliffordslapper]

@@ATouchySubject Thanks! Yes, I heard her mention the three herbs, and I wrote them down. I may have got the spelling wrong, but I can't find any reference to the second two when I look them up..? - "L-arginine, Lakarotine, Circamon" ...?? 🤔

[@wadedog4280]

I'm using edex 40mcl currently and I can only get firm enough with lots of stimulation does tri mix require stimulation also for complete firmness ?

[@gunnadoitoneday]

So much information to learn. I had my open prostatectomy April 17 2023. I am having my first appointment with my surgeon next week, at the moment I am just using a cheap electric pump I bought on Ebay for rehab but I don't get a firm erection. I am not taking anything (viagra, Cialis etc.) at present to assist as it hasn't been offered ? or I haven't asked the right questions. I am interested in the injection options but hesitant to just get a standard script from the surgeon or GP. I think I will go down the path of getting the vaccuret pump after watching your other videos. Thanks for yours and Melissa's help steering me through the minefield of information. Cheers

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi there thanks for your message it sounds like you have done a lot of research. Glad you have found our resources helpful! If you would like to explore the Vaurect further feel free to check out the FAQ part of our website: www.atouchysubject.com/vacurect-faq. So glad you've found A Touchy Subject, we are here to help!

[@harveypixley9501]

Excellent post. Thank you so much.

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi thank you for your message. We are so pleased to hear you have found this valuable!!

[@lelandbefort]

Hi Victoria. It's January 23, 2024, so I guess I'm about 9 months late to the party. Definitely top notch content in this video. You and Melissa are awesome. I'm going to explore the links up above. Thanks for an incredible video. Yours truly, Leland.

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi Leland, Thanks so much for your supportive comments! So pleased you came across our resources and found this video helpful. All the best!

[@jedi-mic]

Curious can you inject in the perineum of course either side of the urethra or is that ok!

[@jeffery2350]

Very informative !

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi Jeffery, thanks for your comment. We are so pleased you found it helpful!

[@jeffery2350]

@@ATouchySubject No problem !

[@jerryrubio9963]

Will the P shot help nerve damage to repair itself, How long to wait for that. Cryo surgery on both sides. Whats this massage with vitamin E? Whats the percentage of men that develop prostate cancer. after what age?

[@rdotson159]

I am 11 years post prostate removal. Initially i was on daily dose of viagra then switched to cialis because i was seeing a blue tint through eyes. I was told pump was option but not daily or regular use as therapy. Is it to late to try injection and pump therapy. I also have some urine leakage is that harmful to partner.

[@andreronmelville1669]

Is an Auto injector the same as an epi pen?

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi Andre and Ron, great question! It's a similar idea in terms of a casing around an injection so you don't see the needle. But an auto injector is just the casing that you can load with your own medication, whereas an EpiPen comes preloaded with adrenaline

[@RobertSmith-ro4lj]

The idea sounds great in principle, however, how do you deal with a person who is terrified of needles. EG: I have enough problems doing my diabetes injections, and that’s in my stomach, I can’t imagine injecting my penis.

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi Robert, this is a great point and I'm sure a lot of men reading this feel the same about the idea of injections. I'll ask Melissa for her comments on this, I would suggest for men who are needle phobic to use an auto-injector so they don't see the needle at all: rshealth.com.au/product/inject-ease/?wpam_id=2 and also to refer to the part of the video where we discuss how to make the experience pain-free (41:22).

[@geoffglanville7297]

What is considered a low daily (background) dose of Cialis or Viagra and if its not a matter of biting a pill in half, do you require a specific script?

[@jamesray8771]

I been using trimix injections... 1 month and LOVE IT ... I been having crazy sex again and GF is so so happy ... I wish had heard about ED injections couple of years ago

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi James, thanks for sharing your experiences, that's fantastic! We are so pleased to hear the injections are working well for you and your sex life it back!

[@artmaltman]

Much new ESSENTIAL information here. Eg how to carefully use viagra rehab dose with injections. 48 hours between injections (we are told twice a week). HOW TO PREVENT SCARRING!!!! I can no longer inject on left hand side due to scarring only 2 years after prostate surgery. If only I knew ….

[@ATouchySubject]

Thank you for sharing Art! I agree, the information here is essential and I hope it helps men avoid injection issues in the future. So sorry that you've experienced scarring.

[@Liquid_People]

Injections are extremely painful, is there a fix for this?

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi there, thanks for your comment. You may like to check out our guide to injection therapy for more information: www.atouchysubject.com/injections-for-ed I hope this helps

[@charlesoliphant2477]

What causes tearing when you use the pump

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi Charles, thank you for your question, could you clarify what is "tearing" when you use the pump? The pump should not cause any damage to the body, I hope you haven't experienced anything like that!

[@MarkJohnson-ht8wd]

I have no problems with needles but I do have a problem with injecting myself in front of a doctor.

[@KEYWESTDAVE]

What is defined as a low dose Cialis?

[@eddiepiecart6030]

Caverjec works but after an hour you are in agony for the next 4 to 5 hours. PT141 doesn't work.

[@Dave-x8j]

I have great difficulty believing that "a lot of couples tell you their sex life is better after prostate surgery"".....although I hope it is true, I simply can't grasp how this could happen

[@eddiepiecart6030]

About a year ago, I had OHS and a valve replaced and now I'm totally impotent. Viagra Cialis, and other pills, Caverjec, PT141 don't work. My wife and I had a fantastic sex life before. Now we have a joke and I ask if she feels like a "floppy". I feel very useless as a man and frankly quite destroyed. The P shot sounds worth a try but is hugely expensive. They can make medicines to make women men and men women, medicines to block kids from puberty but nothing workable for impotent men. What a great piece of news to know that it isn't Caverjec that causes the pain, it's my body's fault.

[@rmtz59]

While not quite in your position, I had my wife shave her pubic area completely 9 This brought excitement to both of us). Bought an assortment of vibrators and let her pleasure herself while I kissed, rubbed and felt off her whole body. you'll find what she likes best. You'll be amazed how much you both will love it if you just let yourselves go. Then let her do it to you. Floppy or not, it will get better eventually, trust me This will get you both by until you figure it out. I use trimex only once a week, the rest of time we do this. Good luck. Any questions...fire away.

[@rogerfrye603]

Did I understand Melissa correctly that if on a daily low dose Cialis, that it would be safe to take an extra dose when on a special date to insure a full and lasting erection? ❤ Very enlightening podcas! Thanks in advance.

[@melissahadleybarrett]

Yes the auto injector is a lot like an epipen

[@deanboulton7980]

Why does viagra and cialis not work after cold and flu?

[@ATouchySubject]

Hi Dean, I just asked Melissa about this, she thinks this is due to the fact the body is still generally a bit run down and sexual function tends to take a hit when the body is healing. It could also be due to taking cold/flu tablets with pseudoephedrine in them which causes vasoconstriction of the blood vessels in the penis (the erection needs vasodilation). Hope that helps!

[@deanboulton7980]

It seems to be the bodys run down and doesn’t wont to cooperate it’s definitely not pseudoephodrine i know about that drug interaction. Thanks for answering.

[@deanboulton7980]

I’ve figured out whats going on its an inflammatory anti inflammatory response cortisone injections anti inflammatory tablets and cold flu injections all do the same thing when the inflammation /anti inflammatory goes away erections are good again.

[@deanboulton7980]

Why are younger women under 30 not comfortable keen on penile injections im in my 30’s if i mention injections i never hear from them again. Thankyou